Jacks Peak Park
A nature guide and visual journey through Jacks Peak County Park in Monterey, California.
The dominant tree in this area is the Monterey Pine, Pinus radiata, which is endemic (native) to the area. The Monterey Pine is only native to a very small region in and around Monterey, but is now planted all over the world.
The other trees that often accompany the Monterey Pine are the Coast Live Oak and Monterey Cypress, but Jacks Peak consists mostly of Monterey Pine.
Jacks Peak provides some of the best views in the area, as one can see much of Monterey from above. The hiking trails are short and perfect for day hikes, and best of all, are dog-friendly!
Photos taken July 2022.
Monterey Pine, Pinus radiata
A view from above of the fisherman's wharf in Monterey.
Monterey Pine
Monterey Pine, Pinus Radiata
Blackberry bush, possibly Pacific Blackberry, Rubus ursinus. There is a non-native species in the area which is known to have 5 leaves instead of 3, which looks very similar to Rubus ursinus. This may very well be the non-native species instead of Rubus ursinus. I'm no berry expert, but these should be edible!
Blackberry bush flowers, Rubus sp.
The Bark of Monterey Pine. The older the tree, the darker and thicker the bark tends to become it seems.
Pacific poison oak or Western poison oak (Toxicodendron diversilobum). While beautiful, best to avoid physical contact.
A view of the mountains
Overhead view of Carmel River State Beach
A view of the Monterey coastline
Monterey Pine pinecone
Lonicera hispidula, Pink honeysuckle
Victorian Box, Pittosporum undulatum flower.
Victorian Box, Pittosporum undulatum flower.
Victorian Box (tree), Pittosporum undulatum
Possibly a Strawberry Tree, Arbutus unedo
Possibly a Strawberry Tree, Arbutus unedo
